Pivotal European Strategic Alliance Fuels Innovation with Substantial InvestmentOn the 23rd of June, the European Commission marked a watershed moment, signing a Memorandum of Understanding with the AI, Data, and Robotics Association (Adra). This strategic alliance stands as a crucial crossroads for European innovation and progress, underpinned by a remarkable financial commitment. The partnership expertly integrates 1.3 billion Euros in public investment from the Horizon Europe program, supplemented by an additional 1.3 billion Euros in private funding spanning the years 2021 to 2030. Together, these financial forces are poised to tackle the most significant challenges in European AI, data, and robotics, heralding an era of transformative development.

Adra, formed on May 21st, represents the formidable private sector’s dedication to this pioneering collaboration. Comprising influential entities such as BDVA/DAIRO, the Confederation of Laboratories of Artificial Intelligence in Europe (CLAIRE), the European Laboratory for Learning and Intelligent Systems (ELLIS), the European Association for Artificial Intelligence (EurAI), and the European Robotics Association (euRobotics), Adra embodies a potent confluence of industry expertise and innovation. This convergence is set to propel the partnership towards uncharted achievements in the realm of AI, data, and robotics.

In the words of Thomas Hahn, President of BDVA/DAIRO, “The use of Industrial Data and responsible & trustworthy Industrial AI opens opportunities for Europe to strengthen its position, and these possibilities should be grasped quickly.” This statement underlines Europe’s current position, where it can seize the lead in the global race towards these transformative technologies. The continent boasts the crucial domain knowledge, complemented by a robust ecosystem that encompasses SMEs, corporate giants, research and technology institutes, and supportive governments. This sturdy foundation is the driving force behind BDVA/DAIRO’s ambition.BDVA/DAIRO, a pivotal advocate for this partnership, has been steadfast in its commitment to its realization. The AI, Data, and Robotics Partnership’s establishment traces back to the BDVA position paper, “Data-Driven Artificial Intelligence for European Economic Competitiveness and Societal Progress,” released in November 2018. BDVA and its members have remained at the forefront of the development of the Strategic Research, Innovation, and Deployment Agenda (SRIDA) and the partnership proposal. The significance of this achievement cannot be overstated, owed to the dedicated engagement of BDVA/DAIRO members.The impact of this partnership resounds across Europe, promising an era of transformation in the domains of AI, data, and robotics. This strategic alliance marks a defining moment in European innovation and development, driven by a substantial financial commitment that is set to redefine the future of the continent.For further information on Adra’s perspective, please refer to their press release.To stay updated on this groundbreaking partnership, visit their official website.

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Big Data Value Association (BDVA)
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